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CADILLAC CTS 3.6L LLT ENGINE — FULL ASSESSMENT
PRICE:
€899.00 including 19% VAT
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION:
Vehicle: Cadillac CTS
Engine Code: LLT
Engine Size: 3.6L V6
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Condition: Used
Power: 229–237 kW / 311–322 HP
Production/Series: From 01/2008
Part Number: mtd60474-llt-motor
OE Number: Not provided
Mileage: Not provided
Donor VIN: Not provided
Delivery Time: 1–2 days
Seller Location/Warehouse: Detmold, Germany
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
The seller states that the offer is specifically for the ENGINE SHORT BLOCK / LONG BLOCK (RUMPFMOTOR) without auxiliary components.
Auxiliary components may remain attached to the engine for storage and safe transportation.
Any auxiliary components left attached are considered an extra and are NOT covered by the seller’s warranty.
The seller specifically excludes liability for defects or damage related to these auxiliary components.
WARRANTY:
The listing does not clearly state a specific warranty period in the information provided.
Warranty coverage does not extend to the auxiliary components/accessories left attached to the engine.
Ask the seller for the exact warranty period and what internal engine components are covered before purchasing.
COMPATIBILITY:
The listing identifies the engine as an LLT engine for a Cadillac CTS.
Engine code: LLT
Engine output: 311–322 HP
Series: from 01/2008
The seller warns that the vehicle compatibility list is only a search aid and does NOT guarantee 100% compatibility.
You should verify the engine code, year, VIN and original engine before buying.
IMPORTANT CONCERNS:
MILEAGE IS NOT PROVIDED.
This is a major issue for a used engine. There is no mileage listed for the engine, so you cannot judge its previous usage.
NO DONOR VIN IS PROVIDED.
Without the donor VIN, it is harder to verify the exact vehicle and engine configuration.
NO COMPRESSION TEST INFORMATION.
The listing does not state that the engine has been compression-tested.
NO RUNNING-TEST INFORMATION.
There is no statement confirming that the engine was removed from a running vehicle or tested while running.
AUXILIARY COMPONENTS ARE NOT COVERED.
If an alternator, intake components, sensors, throttle body, starter, etc. are left attached, the seller considers them extras and excludes them from warranty coverage.
EXACT ENGINE CONFIGURATION MUST BE VERIFIED.
The LLT engine was used in different GM applications, so matching only “3.6L V6” is not enough. The engine code and vehicle/VIN application should be confirmed.
PRICE ASSESSMENT:
Asking price: €899 including 19% VAT.
The price itself is not necessarily unreasonable for an LLT engine, but the missing mileage and lack of testing information make it difficult to determine whether €899 is a good deal.
I would NOT pay €899 without first obtaining evidence of the engine’s condition.
QUESTIONS TO ASK THE SELLER BEFORE BUYING:
What is the exact mileage of this engine?
What vehicle did this engine come from?
Can you provide the donor VIN?
Was the engine running before removal?
Has it been compression-tested?
Can you provide compression readings for all cylinders?
Is the engine complete or only a long block?
Are the intake manifold, injectors, throttle body, alternator, starter and other accessories included?
What exactly does the warranty cover?
How long is the warranty?
Does the warranty cover internal lubricated components?
Has the engine been checked for oil pressure, timing-chain condition and bearing noise?
Can you provide photos of the actual engine and its engine-code markings?
OVERALL RATING:
Engine identification: 4/5
Compatibility information: 3/5
Mileage information: 1/5
Testing information: 1/5
Warranty information: 2/5
Included components: 2/5
Price/value confidence: 2.5/5
Overall purchase confidence: 2.5/5
VERDICT:
🟡 PROCEED WITH CAUTION.
The LLT engine code and Cadillac CTS application are clear, and €899 including VAT could potentially be a reasonable price. However, the listing is missing several critical pieces of information: mileage, donor VIN, compression-test results, running-test information and a clearly stated warranty period.
I would NOT consider this a strong purchase yet. If the seller confirms low mileage, provides compression-test results and offers a solid warranty covering the engine’s internal components, it could become a worthwhile option. If they cannot provide this information, I would look for another LLT engine with documented mileage and testing.
RISK LEVEL: MEDIUM-HIGH
RECOMMENDATION: DO NOT BUY UNTIL THE SELLER CONFIRMS MILEAGE, DONOR VIN, TESTING AND WARRANTY.
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